“Memorial Day”

1. What is Memorial Day?

-Memorial Day is a day to commemorate the soldiers who have fought and/or died for our country.

2. What is the purpose of Memorial Day?

-The purpose of Memorial Day is to honor the Union soldiers who went to the American Civil War and never came back to the country

3. When is it?

-Memorial Day is on the last Monday in May.

4. What are a few ways to show honor and respect on Memorial Day?

-People show their appreciation by sending out letters to the soldiers to thank them for their hard work. Also, the people honor them by going to the cemetery for veterans and to give the veterans an offering at a near hospital. On Memorial Day the citizens enjoy the time with their family and watch the Memorial Day Parade or the National Memorial Day parade.

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